Health and Wellbeing
The Novels That Shaped Our World
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- Tickets
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Free
- Dates and times
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Saturday 23rd Nov 2019
12:00pm
- Age
- Adult
- Venue
To mark the 300th anniversary of Daniel Defoe's Robinson Crusoe, a new BBC television series to be broadcast this autumn will explore the novels that have shaped our world.
To coincide with the series, BBC Arts will be asking guests to discuss the novels that have shaped their worlds, from the established classics to the popular contemporary hits, and possibly some interesting surprises.
Join us for this very special event to celebrate the joy of reading and sharing stories
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We also have a supply of books in Braille, large print and audio.
Accessible toilets
This accessible toilet is approximately 26m (28yd 1ft) from the main entrance. This accessible toilet is located to the rear right as you enter.
Assistance dogs
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome and a bowl of water can be provided.
Hearing loop
There is a fixed loop hearing assistance system.
This venue does not play background music.
Wheelchair access
There is a wheelchair to borrow. To borrow the wheelchair, please contact a member of staff.
Motorised scooters are allowed in public parts of the venue.
Baby changing
Baby feeding
Cafe or restaurant
The Café is open Monday to Saturday 9am to 4.15pm.
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Computers
PC's and printing services are available for public use.
Parking
Please note that there is on-street parking surrounding The Mitchell Library. This is metered from 8am-6pm. Monday to Friday. As this is a local residential area, please use these spaces considerately. Alternatively, there is a NCP Car Park on India Street next to Charing Cross Train Station which is a 2 minute walk away.
Photography and video recording
On occasion, Glasgow Life will be on the premises to film and take photos.
Free wifi
We provide free WIFI access and further access to over 50 PCs for public use
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